23. Jacksonville Jaguars
Justin Herbert
QB
Oregon

This year’s quarterback class has more questions than answers, but Herbert has the tools to be the best in class if he keeps developing at his current rate.

At 6-foot-6, 231-pounds, Herbert has all of the physical tools that a quarterback needs to succeed on the NFL level. He’s accurate, has good athleticism and isn’t scared to throw in tight windows or go deep when the opportunity presents itself. In 2017, he completed 66.5 percent of his passes (113-of-170) for 13 touchdowns and only threw three interceptions. Those are figures that could very well improve this upcoming season as Herbert missed five games last season due to a collarbone injury.

Again, 2019’s draft is so far out that it’s a bit hard to predict what the Jags’ needs will be, however, one could definitely understand why Easterling went with a signal-caller. Just as sure as Blake Bortles could up his play in 2018 as he did last season, it also wouldn’t shock fans if he regressed either when considering his sporadic career.

At this point, the Jags front office has pretty much done all they can to put pieces around Bortles. That includes adding some new receivers, tight ends, signing one of the league’s best guards and strengthening what was already a top-2 defense. That said, if the Jags are predominantly healthy but come up short on offense, it might be time to make a move behind center.

Check out the latest from the Jags Wire crew via the Jags Den Podcast as the crew discussed the Jags’ 2018 draft class in episode 19. Also feel free to subscribe via Apple podcasts or Stitcher Radio.

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